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Prayagraj: A devotee was killed and four others sustained injuries when a pick up van carrying around two dozen devotees turned turtle near Malak Bhayal on Prayagraj -Kanpur highway under the limits of Kokhraj police station of Kaushambi district on Monday. The injured were admitted at district hospital for treatment.Upon being alerted, senior police and administrative officials rushed the spot and carried out rescue operation. Police said that the incident took place when groups of devotees were going to take holy dip in river Ganga at Kada dham. The driver of the van lost his control over the vehicle while…

Bhubaneswar: Enforcement Directorate’s Bhubaneswar zonal office has seized cash worth Rs 1.01 crore, frozen 182 bank accounts and attached details of multiple movable and immovable properties during searches linked to a multi-crore chit fund scam.According to an ED statement issued on Monday, searches were conducted on Aug 5 under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, at five residential and business premises associated with the company and its directors in Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad.The agency said cash amounting to Rs 1.01 crore was recovered along with several property documents, digital devices and other incriminating materials related to the company. Besides…

The city recorded a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius on MondayThe city recorded a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius on MondayThe city recorded a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius on MondayThe city recorded a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius on MondayThe city recorded a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius on Monday Gurgaon: Rain activity in the city is likely to remain limited over the next few days, with India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting showers at a few places over the next four days.The city recorded a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius on Monday at…

Shillong: The Composite Regional Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (CRCSRE), Shillong, in collaboration with the Voice of Specially Abled People (VOSAP), distributed smart glasses to persons with visual impairment at Lok Bhavan here on Monday.Fifteen smart glasses were distributed to beneficiaries associated with CRCSRE Shillong to empower persons with visual impairment through assistive technology and promote greater independence, accessibility and inclusion in their daily lives.Meghalaya governor Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar emphasised the importance of sustained initiatives that promote inclusion, dignity, independence and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.He appreciated the efforts of Dr Ram Shakal…

Times News NetworkKanpur District magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh on Monday inaugurated the ‘Tere Mere Sapne’ pre-marital communication centre, established on the initiative of the National Commission for Women, at the One Stop Centre near Gol Chauraha.The centre aims to help prospective couples understand the importance of communication and mutual understanding in married life. The initiative seeks to prevent minor disagreements between couples from escalating into serious family disputes because of a lack of communication.Young men and women whose marriages have been finalized or who are preparing to tie the knot can avail themselves of counselling services at the centre. They…

Mangaluru: The Tulu Cultural Research Foundation (TCRF) will organise the second edition of Tulunad Conclave at govt PU College, Mulki, on Aug 23.The event will bring together scholars, artists and cultural activists to deliberate on preservation and promotion of Tulu language and heritage. TCRF president Nischith G Ramakunja told TOI that the conclave aims to bring Tuluva youth together for discussion on language and culture. We will also recognise individuals who have contributed to the Tulu language, he said.TCRF founder Mahi Mulki said this year they expect increased participation mainly from young people, and the objective is to create greater…

Ghaziabad: After a Monday of snarls triggered by the closure of Delhi-Meerut Expressway (DME), commuters could get some relief on Tuesday if the flow of dak kanwars falls. Traffic police will assess the movement of pilgrims around noon before deciding whether to reopen the expressway to regular traffic later in the day.ADCP (traffic) Varun Kumar Singh said the closure would continue till Tuesday, but the situation would be reviewed before any decision. “We will assess the movement of dak kanwars and take a call accordingly. If their numbers come down, DME can be opened for the public,” he added.More than…

Pune: Antony Lara Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Antony Waste Handling Cell Ltd, which operates the waste-to-energy (WTE) plant at Moshi garbage depot, has decided to increase the compensation for the families of the nine people who died in the July 8 garbage heap collapse.The company’s HR head, Sunil Neve, said the compensation would be hiked from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 40 lakh per family. The decision comes amid demands from the victims’ families and local corporators for a compensation of Rs 1 crore each.“We had several meetings with the members of the victims’ families, PCMC and…

Bibiano Fernandes was the technical committee’s top choice for the U-15 job Panaji: Bibiano Fernandes has accepted an offer from the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to coach the national team for the FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026 later this year in Azerbaijan.The former India U-17 coach was the technical committee’s top choice for the U-15 job. Last week, the AIFF executive approved his appointment as head coach, while Minerva Academy owner Ranjit Bajaj got the nod as manager.Bibiano, it is understood, was not comfortable with Bajaj as the team manager, fearing interference. But sources said the “roles…

Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring Chandigarh: Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring on Monday bid what he termed a “farewell” to chief minister Bhagwant Mann, predicting that the current Vidhan Sabha session could be Mann’s last as chief minister.Claiming that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was headed for an internal implosion, Warring alleged that the state govt could lose its majority as several party MLAs were waiting for an opportune moment to rebel.“At no cost is Mann going to complete his tenure,” Warring claimed. He added that even if the Punjab assembly elections are held on schedule…